Senior Medical Science Liaison, Dermatology – Indianapolis

Johnson & Johnson

3+ years

$137,000 – $235,750

Indianapolis

10 Sept. 10, 2025

Job Description

Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/ B.Pharma/ M.Pharma/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

🧪 Position Title:

Senior Medical Science Liaison, Dermatology – Indianapolis

🏢 Company:

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines
🌐 www.jnj.com

🧭 Function & Job Details:

Function: Medical Affairs Group
Sub-function: Medical Science Liaison
Job Category: Senior Principal Scientist (ST8)
Work Pattern: Field-based (travel ~80%)
Requisition Number: R-024816
Date Posted: September 2, 2025

📍 Location:

Primary Territory:
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Joliet, Illinois
Residency Requirement: Must reside in or near the assigned territory

🩺 Therapeutic Area:

Immunology – Dermatology

📝 Role Summary:

The Senior Medical Science Liaison (Sr. MSL) serves as a scientific and clinical expert responsible for engaging with healthcare professionals (HCPs), opinion leaders (OLs), and internal stakeholders to communicate accurate, unbiased information on J&J's dermatology pipeline and approved therapies. The Sr. MSL contributes to the scientific strategy, research support, insight gathering, and education efforts within the assigned territory.

🔍 Key Responsibilities:

📍 Strategic Planning & Relationship Building

Develop and maintain a territory field plan with aligned educational objectives
Build trust-based relationships with academic and community KOLs/HCPs
Execute in-person and virtual engagements with a priority on in-person interactions
Support the scientific exchange of information tailored to audience needs

🧪 Research & Clinical Trial Support

Provide support for company-sponsored and investigator-initiated trials
Collaborate with Medical Affairs, R&D, and clinical operations teams
Attend site initiation and investigator meetings
Identify trial sites and support resolution of trial-related issues

💬 Scientific Exchange & Insights

Present complex data effectively across diverse HCP audiences
Respond to unsolicited scientific inquiries
Gather and synthesize medical insights from field engagements
Share insights with internal teams to inform strategy and development

🎓 Leadership & Internal Collaboration

Lead or support strategic or scientific field projects
Participate in journal clubs, national/international congresses, team calls, and peer learning
Provide regional/local training support for commercial and learning teams
Collaborate cross-functionally across sales, marketing, MSL teams, and more

✅ Compliance & Administration

Adhere to healthcare compliance, SOPs, and company policies
Complete administrative responsibilities accurately and on time
(e.g., documentation, expense reporting)

🎓 Qualifications:

✅ Required:

Advanced medical degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, NP, PA)
Minimum 3+ years of relevant clinical experience in dermatology or immunology
2+ years of MSL or pharmaceutical industry experience (clinical, research, or fellowship accepted)
Experience delivering scientific presentations
Ability to travel 75–80%, including overnights and some weekends
Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and digital technologies
Must reside in or near Indianapolis, IN or Joliet, IL

⭐ Preferred:

Strong knowledge or experience in immunology or dermatology therapeutic areas
Experience with clinical trials, KOL engagement, and insight generation

💰 Compensation & Benefits:

💵 Base Salary Range:

$137,000 – $235,750

🚗 Additional Compensation:

Eligible for annual performance bonus (cash-based)
Company car provided via FLEET program

🎁 Benefits (eligibility may vary):

Medical, dental, vision insurance
Life and accident insurance
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) and pension plan
Legal insurance
Paid time off (PTO):
- Vacation: 120 hours/year
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (56 hours in WA)
- Holidays: 13 days/year (includes floating holidays)
- Work/Personal/Family Time: 40 hours/year
- Parental Leave: 480 hours/year
- Condolence Leave: 5–30 days
- Caregiver Leave: 10 days
- Volunteer Leave: 4 days
- Military Spouse Leave: 80 hours

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⚖️ Equal Opportunity Statement:

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to:

Race, color, religion, sex
Sexual orientation, gender identity
Age, national origin
Disability, protected veteran status
Or other characteristics protected by law

♿ Accessibility & Accommodations:

If you need a disability-related accommodation during the hiring process, please contact:
📧 ra-employeehealthsup@its.jnj.com
Or reach out to AskGS for accommodation support.

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